2001 Seat Cordoba vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Seat Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Seat Cordoba would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 120 (155 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2001 Seat Cordoba. (154 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2001 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 120 weights approximately 250 kg more than 2001 Seat Cordoba. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 120 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 BMW 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Seat Cordoba, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Seat Cordoba (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2001 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 120. 2010 BMW 120 has automatic transmission and 2001 Seat Cordoba has manual transmission. 2001 Seat Cordoba will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Seat Cordoba | 2010 BMW 120 | |
Make | Seat | BMW |
Model | Cordoba | 120 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 53 L |